Recreation Assistant Manager

ENNISMORE; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 149,981 - 224,971; Full time

Job summary

ENNISMORE in Saudi Arabia is hiring a Recreation Assistant Manager to support the management of the Recreation Department. This role emphasizes Kids & Youth Club supervision, ensuring safe, engaging experiences for children and teens.

The ideal candidate should have proven experience in recreation within a luxury hotel, relevant educational background, and certifications in First Aid and CPR. Leadership and a service-driven mindset are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recreation, Kids Club, or youth programming within a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Background in Early Childhood Education, Recreation, or Luxury Hospitality preferred.
• Strong physical stamina and polished professional presence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Recreation Manager in leadership and operational management.
• Supervise Kids & Youth Club teams for engaging experiences.
• Ensure team participation in trainings and meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Guest communication skills

Safety awareness

Creativity in programming

Education

High School or College degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Hospitality Management, Tourism

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CPR AED Certification

Advanced First Aid at Work

Job description

Job Description

We are hiring for a Recreation Assistant Manager who will be responsible for supporting the strategic and daily operations of the Recreation Department with an emphasis on Kids & Youth Club supervision. This includes overseeing activity programming, ensuring health and safety compliance, managing a team of attendants, engaging with families, and maintaining beautifully presented recreation environments. Working closely with the Recreation Manager, this role ensures that families enjoy an extraordinary, safe and memorable experience aligned with FAENA’s signature excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Recreation Manager in the overall leadership and operational management of the Recreation Department.
• Supervise Kids & Youth Club teams in delivering engaging, age-appropriate experiences for children and teens.
• Treat all children, youth, and parents with warmth, professionalism, dignity and cultural sensitivity.
• Curate, oversee, and support creative recreational programs that foster confidence, imagination, and social interaction.
• Ensure all registration, consent, and medical forms are accurately completed and properly stored.
• Monitor club operations to ensure guest safety, proactively preventing and responding to injuries or incidents.
• Ensure team participation in mandatory trainings, briefings, and departmental meetings.
• Maintain pristine, inspiring, and safe Kids & Youth Club environments that reflect FAENA luxury standards.
• Log, document, and promptly escalate incidents, guest concerns, and safety hazards.
• Oversee proper sign‑in and sign‑out procedures, ensuring the security of all children at all times.
• Guide attendants on elegant organization, storage, and care of toys, equipment, and materials.
• Assign and supervise housekeeping duties within all Kids & Youth Club spaces.
• Ensure all equipment, toys, and facilities are sanitized, maintained, and inspected regularly.
• Engage directly with children and teenagers in a polished, positive, and professional manner.
• Demonstrate calm leadership and sound judgment in emergency or unexpected situations.
• Ensure team members are physically capable of interacting safely and attentively with children.
• Complete all operational documentation, reports, and logs accurately and on time.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recreation, Kids Club, or youth programming within a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Background in Early Childhood Education, Recreation, or Luxury Hospitality preferred.
• High School or College degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Hospitality Management, Tourism, or related fields.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) & CPR AED, Emergency First Aid at Work, and Advanced First Aid at Work.
• Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities with a service‑driven mindset.
• Refined guest communication skills—verbal, non‑verbal, and interpersonal.
• High safety awareness, emotional intelligence, and adaptability.
• Creative approach to activity programming and guest engagement.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Strong physical stamina and polished professional presence.